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What this video covers

The crew of the 43-ft catamaran Catalpa navigates the Sea of Cortez, traveling from Isla del Carmen to Espirito Santo and finally to La Paz, Mexico. During a beach walk at an abandoned salt mine site, a crew member sustains a foot injury after stepping on a dried, dead pufferfish.5:13 Following online advice, the crew treats the puncture wounds with hot water, soap, and antiseptic cream, monitoring for symptoms of tetrodotoxin poisoning.6:07 The vessel completes a 95-nautical-mile passage to Espirito Santo, relying on a mix of light-wind sailing and motoring due to inconsistent forecasts.8:57 Upon arrival, the crew installs an aerial yoga hammock from the boom, securing it with a choker hitch.22:05 The transit concludes with a stop at a fuel dock in La Paz to replenish diesel supplies.26:14 The crew utilizes a radar system for navigation during the coastal transit and notes the importance of clear water for anchorage selection.25:36

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